Niger Republic coup leader agrees to dialogue with ECOWAS after his meeting with Nigerian Islamic Scholars

Ibrahim Umar
Kanempress
13th, August,2023

In a significant development, General Abdourahmane Tchiani the leader of the coup in Niger Republic has expressed willingness to engage in dialogue with ECOWAS representatives.

This decision comes after a crucial meeting between General Tchiani and a delegation of Nigerian Islamic scholars led by Sheikh Abdullahi Bala Lau, the national leader of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa Iqamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS).

The Prime Minister of Niger Republic Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine confirmed that General Tchiani has given the go-ahead for discussions with ECOWAS.

‘’We have agreed and the leader of our country has given the green light for dialogue. They will now go back and inform the Nigerian President what they have heard from us…. we hope in the coming days, they (ECOWAS) will come here to meet us to discuss how the sanctions imposed against us will be lifted,’’ he said.

This new development raises hopes for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing political crisis in Niger Republic.

The talks between General Tchiani and ECOWAS aim to ensure a smooth transition of power in Niger Republic and restore stability in the nation. ECOWAS the regional bloc has been actively involved in mediating the conflict and has called for a return to constitutional order.

The involvement of Nigerian Islamic scholars in facilitating this dialogue further underscores the importance of religious and community leaders in resolving complex political issues. Their role in promoting peaceful negotiations and fostering dialogue is commendable and will likely contribute to building trust and finding common ground.

As the situation in Niger Republic unfolds the international community remains hopeful that negotiations between General Tchiani and ECOWAS will yield a peaceful resolution avoiding further escalation of tensions and ensuring a stable future for the country.